JORDAN HIGH SCHOOL

JORDAN H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 141 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, JORDAN H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Barbara Jordan High School for Careers, located at 5800 Eastex Freeway in Houston, Texas, is a specialized magnet school within the Houston Independent School District (HISD). Unlike traditional neighborhood high schools, Jordan serves as a career-focused campus designed to provide students with rigorous academic instruction alongside hands-on technical training. The school aims to bridge the gap between high school and the workforce or higher education by offering specialized pathways that prepare students for various professional industries.

The school is well-regarded for its career and technical education (CTE) programs, which allow students to earn industry certifications and gain practical experience in fields such as healthcare, technology, digital media, and skilled trades. By integrating professional development with standard core curriculum, Jordan High School fosters an environment where students can explore their career interests early, build a professional portfolio, and graduate with a competitive advantage in both college admissions and the job market.

For more information, contact JORDAN H S at (713) 636-6900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.